Key

1.- Say whether the following sentences are TRUE or FALSE according to the text. Copy the
evidence from the text. No marks will be given without the evidence. (1.5 points)

a) – In April the United States news paid more attention to war and natural
disasters than to the Royal Wedding.

False (lines 8-9, title)

“And yet U.S. national networks such as NBC focused on what kind of hats appeared
at the royal wedding”

b) – American media mainly focus on relevant issues.

False (lines 11-12)

“…This shows national TV networks care more about what sells than what
matters.”

c) – The news should give priority to serious topics.

True (lines 24-25)

“. Real journalists must report not just the issues that people want to hear, but
also the issues that people need to hear.”

2.- Choose ONLY THREE of the following words and write a synonym (=), an opposite
(≠), a definition or a sentence to show that you understand their meaning in the text. Use
your own words. (1.5 points)

a) surpassed (line 3) : exceeded , to be more than

b) care (line 11) :worry, mind.

c) excessive (line 16): unreasonable, too much

d) extent (line 19):amount

e) entertaining (line 23):fun

f) issues (line 24):topics, problems

3.- Read this conversation between two people. Complete their conversation. Write the
numbers (1-8) and each complete sentence on your exam paper. (2 points)

Caller 1: Good morning, Washington Grade School, this is Chris. How may I help you?
Caller 2: Good morning, this is Alice Smith, I'm calling for my daughter, Judy. She's
not feeling well today.

Caller 1: I'M SORRY TO HEAR THAT. I HOPE IT'S NOT TOO BAD.(1)
Caller 2: No, no she has a little fever and a cough. Nothing too serious.

Caller 1: WELL, I HOPE SHE FEELS WELL SOON.(2)

Caller 2: Thank you. Do you think I could get her homework for today?

Caller 1: IS THERE ANY SPECIFIC CLASS?(3)

Caller 2: I'm especially concerned about math and science.

Caller 1: OK, IS IT ALRIGHT FOR ME TO GIVE YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS TO

THE TEACHERS?(4) They can then send the homework along later today.
Caller 2: That would be great. Do you have my e-mail on file?

Caller 1: Just a moment, ... WE HAVE CHRISP AT GMAIL DOT COME. IS THAT
CORRECT? (5)
Caller 2: Yes, that is correct.

Caller 1: OK, I'll make sure Mr Brown and Ms White get your message and e-mail.
Caller 2: THANK YOU VERY MUCH.(6)

Caller 1: I hope Judy feels well soon.

Caller 2: SHE SHOULD BE FINE BY TOMORROW. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP.
(7)

Caller 1: My pleasure, have a nice day.

Caller 2: Thank you. Good bye.

Caller 1: Good bye.